Newcastle aim to reinforce their forward line by bringing in a new signing to complement Isak, signalling their ambition to strengthen the squad and challenge at a higher level.

The beleaguered high-speed rail project faces new turmoil amid whistleblower allegations of large-scale tax fraud, with an official investigation raising doubts over cost management.

A former MI6 chief has described Miliband’s net zero strategy as a threat to national security, warning that overseas technology in wind farms and electric cars could be exploited to undermine the UK.

Following a failed attempt to secure an arrangement with Albania, the Government is now seeking similar cooperation from other Balkan nations, as Starmer embarks on talks to establish return hubs for asylum seekers and curb Channel crossings.